Audi Could Send S3 Stick-Shift, RS3 To Americans

Audi already had a hit on its hands with the 2015 A3 Sedan and its derivatives, so it’s no surprise they’re pursuing more versions. What is surprising is how good these versions could be.

In a recent interview with Audi enthusiast forum Fortitude, Audi of America head Scott Keogh dropped a number of hints regarding the possibility for future Audi S3 and even higher performance versions of the smallest car the brand sells here.

A six-speed manual for the S3 isn’t out of the question, according to Keogh, which is a pretty big deal given the A3 line is strictly self-shifting at the moment. Keogh says Audi is looking very closely at adding the manual.

Further up the performance ladder, the Audi RS3 sedan is looking increasingly likely, according to Fortitude, and Keogh is reportedly “looking very closely” at adding it to the U.S. lineup. That would most definitely line up with the forthcoming BMW M2 compact premium rocketship.

Oh, and Keogh is reportedly in love with the RS6 Avant. And no, it’s still not coming here.

But do plead with your local Audi dealer to demand the stick-shift S3 and an RS3 sedan. Please.

Note: Audi A3 Clubsport Quattro Concept pictured

By Zac Estrada